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View of the Russian River
Hot tub with views!
Private Hot Tub
Get cozy in the living room
Dine and grill outdoors with beautiful views

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Jenner, CA
  • Bodega Highlands
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Sonoma Coast State Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Goat Rock Beach
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Sunroom

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Downstairs Bath

Hallway Bath

Primary Bath

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Castle Crag ~ Breathtaking River Ocean Views, Spa, Dog Friendly!

Castle Crag is a place to relax from the bustle of cities and freeways, yet is still within a short driving distance to the finest experiences offered in California. On a protected hillside behind Jenner, this home offers incredible views of the river and the ocean. Excellent stargazing can be viewed from the upper deck (bring binoculars and/or telescope). A short walk to the ocean reveals resplendent wildlife including a seal rookery, blue herons, pelicans, seagulls, cormorants, sandpipers, ospreys, snowy egrets, hummingbirds, and many more.

This beach house offers 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. The master bedroom features a Queen bed and en- suite bathroom. The second bedroom offers a Queen bed and the third offers a Queen bed. These bedrooms share a bathroom. The fourth bedroom offers 2 Twin beds, and has a shared bathroom down the hall. If needed, a double futon is in the sunroom. Two decks provide space for a barbecue and a large hot tub. The main living area on the upper floor is a spacious sunny area with connecting living room, sunroom (family room) and fully equipped kitchen. All of these rooms offer incredible views of the Russian River estuary.

Located in the quiet and quaint village of Jenner, Castle Crag is less than two hours north of San Francisco. It has magnificent views of the river valley, estuary and river's entrance to the ocean. As the village is somewhat sheltered from ocean breezes, pleasantly warm weather is the typical climate for most of the year, with occasional sea mists. For those interested in visiting wine county, this home is only a 30 minute beautiful drive along the river to the Korbel Champagne vineyards and many other world class wineries. There are excellent restaurants all along the river and the coastline between Bodega and Jenner. Swimming, surfing and sailing are 15 minutes south at Salmon Creek and Bodega (made famous in the Hitchcock movie The Birds.) Excellent hiking trails and horseback riding are only minutes away, as well as canoeing and rafting on the Russian River.

Know Before you Book:

Maximum Occupancy and Quiet Hours: The maximum occupancy at Castle Crag is 10. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. until 7:00 a.m. Outdoor amplified sound is prohibited at any time.

Parking: On-site parking is permitted for a maximum of 4 vehicles. RVs, trailers and campers are prohibited, per the Sonoma County Vacation Rental Ordinance.

Bed Sizes: Master bedroom: Queen bed, Second bedroom: Queen bed, Third bedroom: Queen bed, Fourth bedroom: 2 Twin beds, Sunroom: Double futon

Heat Source: Central heat, fireplace (no firewood or kindling provided).

A/C: The house does not have air conditioning. Being near the coast, the night time temps drop and just opening some windows is usually enough to cool the house.

Wireless Internet: Castle Crag has a ViaSat modem with unlimited data, which allows guests to stream television on the SmartTV or their personal devices. Because this is a Satellite service, there could occasionally be service outages, or data speed slow downs, but these should only be temporary and they should be self resolving. For a long time Castle Crag was unable to provide any internet service in our rural location, so we are very pleased to offer guests this option and welcome you to use the internet during your stay.

Location: Jenner, walking distance to the Russian River, Pacific Ocean, shops and restaurants

Sonoma County TOT #: 2100
Sonoma County Vacation Rental License#: LIC25-0131

Property manager

Russian River Vacation Homes
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Jenner

Located in Jenner, this holiday home is on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Russian River and Sonoma Coast State Park, while Rio Theatre and Bodega Bay Heritage Gallery are cultural highlights. Pee Wee Golf and Arcade and Rubicon Adventures are also worth visiting.
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Jenner, CA

What's nearby

  • Bodega Highlands - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sonoma Coast State Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Jenner Beach - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Goat Rock Beach - 21 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Armstrong Redwoods State Park - 47 min drive - 29.5 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boho Manor - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Aquatica - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Gold Coast Coffee & Bakery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lightwave Coffee and Kitchen - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Cape Fear Cafe - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Castle Crag ~ Breathtaking River Ocean Views, Spa, Dog Friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Castle Crag ~ Breathtaking River Ocean Views, Spa, Dog Friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Castle Crag ~ Breathtaking River Ocean Views, Spa, Dog Friendly!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Castle Crag ~ Breathtaking River Ocean Views, Spa, Dog Friendly! located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Bodega Highlands and Russian River. Sonoma Coast State Park and Jenner Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 31 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joanna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Zen on the Water

Beautiful home loved sitting on the deck watching the sun rise & set over the river & ocean.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Julie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location with wonderful deck overlooking river/ocean

The house is clean and had all the necessities of home. It does need interior wall patch work and a good coat of paint. Once you navigate up the blind driveway, there was plenty of parking for our 3 cars. The deck and hot tub were used the most by our group as we had good weather. It was a nice place to bring in the New Year.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ira P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nov 4-8 2024

The weather was spectacular, and this gorgeous weather was totally unexpected and enjoyed The house improvements - railings and the deck upgrade, were very welcome. Unfortunately, we broke a cup and the Mr. Coffee coffee pot. We're happy to pay for this. Also, my wife may have left her bathing suit in the upstairs twin beds bedroom. If she did, could you mail it to us. We'd pay for that, too. Beyond that, we're very happy with our stay at castle crag and look forward to returning next year. Ira Phillips 510-367-6008
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yingnan Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

nice property

everything match what's described in the ad.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Castle Crag

Good home. Great view. Enjoyable time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Shannon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay at castle crag

We had a wonderful stay at castle crag. The proximity to the trails is fantastic and so beautiful. The house was spacious and comfortable and outstanding views. We were disappointed that the hot tub was not functional.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular Sunrises and Sunsets

We loved this well laid out and spacious house. The views were spectacular and well worth the early rise to see the sunrise.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

River retreat

Sweet place to stay with an amazing view of the river and beach. Plenty of rooms and lounge areas. Enjoyed watching the pelicans riding the thermals from the deck. Only issue we had was one of the downstairs bedrooms had a bug issue, from a hole at the base of the door. Other than that, it was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daryl J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Views

Great location and nice amenities. Would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

jessica f.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view

Dazzling views all around, many rooms, but a bit of unique downstairs rooming layout. An incredible new deck and nice hot tub. A bit warn but a good value.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jami W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful cozy home, fantastic view, excellent customer service!

My group of friends LOVED staying at Castle Crag for a long New Year's weekend. My husband had some initial concerns after reading some other reviews here, but he wrote to Russian River Vacation Homes to ask about things like the safety of the deck, and he got a comprehensive response within a couple of hours - we were blown away by the customer service. I'm happy to say the house was clean, cozy, and perfectly safe. The hot tub and the view from the deck and sunroom are the two most awesome features here - pics don't quite give you a sense of how lovely the view over the Russian River is! The location is great too - you can walk down the hill to a convenience store/gas station and the charming Cafe Aquatica. Depending on your fitness and mobility level, you might be able to walk to beaches from here, but when a friend and I attempted it with her two dogs we wound up turning back after enjoying a beach view at one of the turnouts high up on a cliff - the narrow highway was a little too dicey for us to continue. All in all this was a fantastic stay. I'd love to return and wouldn't hesitate to recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

2/10 Terrible

mary w., Folsom, California

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

The house was difficult to get in and out of because you had to use stairs everywhere, and the stair

The house was difficult to get in and out of because you had to use stairs everywhere, and the stairs weren’t very safe for example no railings on the initial steps to get into the house. The carpets in the house were filthy, and I felt like I had to wash everything in the kitchen before I used it. The hot tub was lukewarm so as adults could not use it. Overall it was a bad experience and I would not recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Karen H.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Dirty and dilapidated

We were very disappointed by the quality of the accommodations at Castle Crag. The property is overgrown with ivy, the deck scary wobbly, the window and door screens torn and missing. The carpet was filthy, covered in large puddle stains and disgusting. The downstairs smelled like mold. All of the the windows were cobwebby. and the skylights were filled with webs and dead bugs. The toilet seat was broken in the upstairs bathroom and the trash was filled to capacity prior to our arrival. All of the bed covers look like they are from the 80's, worn out and need replacing. When we expressed our disappointment to the management we were offered a $100 discount - this was insulting. The house is in a serious state of disrepair and neglect. The only redeeming quality was the stunning view from the main level. Oh, and the cushions in the main sitting room need replacing. Very disappointing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tiffani S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful View

Very beautiful and peaceful - a view where the river runs into the ocean. Wonderful family vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Colleen O.

Wonderful house for an unplugging vacation!

This is our second year booking this house in a similar time of year for a post-holiday recovery session. There were 6 of us total, although there were room for a couple more, plus one four-legged companion. We love that there are plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms to accommodate us all easily, no uncomfortable sharing of rooms or careful planning of shower schedules. The dining/living areas also more than accommodate a group of 8-10 and are so comfortable for relaxing/chatting/reading/napping/relaxing. We definitely used the hot tub, and enjoyed time on the porches soaking up the views. Location is great, we went to the beach for sunset, did some shopping in nearby Duncan Mills, and headed into Healdsburg for some wine tasting--all were an easy drive away for quick day trips. The house is clean, comfortable, the kitchen is well stocked with tools, and we love that the check in and check out process is very simple, very customer friendly with easily accessible keys and an easy check out process. Last, but definitely not least, the booking process is easy, the house contacts very accessible and responsive, and great to work with. We will likely be back next year and for years to come!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Judith B.

My family enjoyed their stay. There were a few minor problems.

My advice is to bypass VRBO and contact Russian River Vacation Rentals directly.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Chris F., Danville

Lovely vacation home with spectacular views!

Really lovely home with plenty of room! The great room has plenty of area to spread out and chat and the views from multiple locations are just awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kris M.

Beautiful setting! Outstanding views.

Very comfortable home. We lived the privacy and quiet. Driveway a bit trucky to maneuver, but once you get the hang of it, no problem. Shop before you get there as grocery shopping is very limited. Goat Rock beach is a must see--go on your first day because you WILL want to go back with a picnic lunch.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Carol N., Charlotte

Beautiful river and ocean views- peaceful.

Spacious 4 bedroom home with a well appointed kitchen and three bathrooms. Jenner is a beautiful town, with outdoor river opportunities, and wonderful drives north and south to coastal destinations, and east to the wine country. Wonderful family get away!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Stacy D., Smyrna, Georgia

Know what to expect and you'll have a great trip!

I've gone back and forth on this review. I had to go with 3 stars, even though we had a great time in this house, because it needs a lot of TLC from the owners and it's pretty clearly not on their priority list. The pots and pans are wharped and won't sit on the flat top stove. Tomales Bay is around the corner, but the only oyster shucker in the house is a contraption from the fifties that doesn't work. There are tons of flashlights though! The deck is kind of falling apart and the furniture is definitely falling apart. Don't plan on using the grill. Half of the grates are corroded. The other half are missing. For future renters, every bit of information you need is in the reviews and the description. Do not expect anything more. The driveway is indeed frightening (but if I can make it, anyone can!) The views are spectacular. The house is old. And well worn. I'm pretty sure the Golden Girls had some of the same furniture. We didn't have a problem with the wifi/satellite signal at the house, but there's no signal anywhere else in the area so download the maps you need before leaving the house. That is all part of the charm of this town, though. Jenner is a sleepy little town where everything is slow and behind by a few decades. If you can accept that, you'll enjoy your stay. We kayaked the Russian River. We hiked the redwoods at Armstrong. We ate fish and chips in Bodega Bay. We saw seals and fabulous sunsets. It is a beautiful area of California and we all appreciated our location. The property managers are super easy to deal with and very responsive. I would highly suggest to them that they remove all of the nitpicky signs throughout the house. Telling me not to wear shoes on the thread bare and heavily stained blue carpet from the sixties only tells me that the owners don't want to put any money into the house, not that it needs to be maintained.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Janaya C.

Gorgeous Views, Lots of Space

We had a party of 10 over New Year Weekend and we truly enjoyed Castle Craig. There was plenty of space to spread out, with enough room to find quiet space if one needed. The views from every room were breathtaking; we enjoyed sitting at the patio table on the deck in the mornings and having coffee. Waking up to the view of the sunrising over the river, from the lower bedroom, was a wonderful way to bring in the new year. We loved being able to use the hot tub. And we used the fireplace every night, which made the house warm and cozy. We'd definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Megan P.

Bachelorette Weekend

We stayed here for my bachelorette wine tasting weekend with 10 women. The view cannot be described--it's simply unbelievable! Pictures do not do it justice! There was more than enough room for all of us, both sleeping quarters and just lounging in the house. With three full bathrooms, there wasn't a problem with everyone getting ready; the number of communal spaces provided everyone to both be social and the rooms provided a retreat when we all needed a minute away. The hot tub was fun, though the temperature needed to be turned up when we got there. The kitchen is functional, and we enjoyed being able to cook breakfast and dinner here--we even brought in a private chef the first night! Clean and well laid out. There's no cell service, and even the WiFi is spotty; but we didn't miss it! Would highly recommend, and we all think this isn't the last time we will be back.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Suzi H.

Everything we needed

This was the perfect house for our family Christmas. The location is amazing - beautiful views of the river, ocean, hills, and sunsets - and just a short drive to beaches and hikes along Route 1. The house came stocked with everything we needed and more, from books and games to firewood to a well stocked pantry. Russian River Vacation Homes provided great service and was quick to respond to all my questions, even the silly ones. Next time we'll have to stay more than three nights!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

mary h.

Breathtaking scenery, very clean, great space for all

More than enough room for 8 adults. We all enjoyed our stay. It was almost refreshing to not have phone service all the time (easily accessed down the road). The views town and scenery were enjoyed by all.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

David W.

Another great weekend at Castle Crag

A group of eight of us was back at Castle Crag for at least the fifth year in a row. Though generally modest, it has been nicely updated; it is clear the owners are taking good care of the property. We'll be back again next year.

About the host

Hosted by Russian River Vacation Homes

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We are Russian River Vacation Homes, a part of D&G Equity Management, Inc., a family owned and locally owned/operated property management company.

Our Story:
In 1980, D&G founders and owners Michael and Patty saw a need in the area for habitable, affordable housing. At that time, many of the little cabins along the Russian River, originally built as summer cabins, were unsuitable for year-round occupancy. D&G assisted property owners with fixing up and renting their cabins. As the largest property management company in western Sonoma County, D&G Equity Management continues to be a staple in the Russian River community.

Russian River Vacation Homes is an off-shoot of D&G. One fine day in 1985, Michael's client, Bob, asked "Hey Mike, can you rent my cabin out just for the week or weekend instead of by the month?" Michael said "Sure!" and Russian River Vacation Homes was born. As renting vacation rentals became more popular, Russian River Vacation Homes grew into a full-time business with its own office. Today, Russian River Vacation Homes professionally manages over 60 high-quality vacation rentals.

We strive to make each and every stay the best one ever. If you have any questions or concerns about reserving or staying with us, please don't hesitate to contact us! We are here to help.

Why they chose this property

Jenner is set along the Pacific coastline. The transition to the coastal environment begins around Duncan's Mills and completes at the river's last bend before flowing into the ocean. Jenner has 3 restaurants with river and ocean views and unique gift shops. Jenner is a short drive from several spectacular cliffs and accessible beaches including Goat Rock State Park.

What makes this property unique

The home's location not only affords knock-your-socks-off views of where the Russian River meets the Pacific Ocean, it is a short walk to shops and restaurants in the quaint village of Jenner.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests